Registered Dental Hygienist

Webster Dental Care•Chicago, IL

25d•$50 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

Webster Dental Care believes that exceptional oral health starts with outstanding education and preventative care. We don’t just look at teeth; we look at the whole person. We are seeking a passionate, skilled, and collaborative Registered Dental Hygienist (RDH) who views their role as more than "just cleaning teeth." If you are a natural educator and a supportive team player who thrives in a positive, patient-first environment, we would love to meet you!

Requirements

Active Illinois Dental Hygienist License
Local Anesthesia certification
CPR certification
CODA-accredited Associate degree in Dental Hygiene
Certification in CPR/BLS
Knowledge of health and safety regulations (HIPAA, OSHA)
Maintaining dental equipment and preparing it for use
Ability to communicate effectively
Compassionate, warm, and outgoing
Dedicated to details
The ability to meet the demands of the job requires physical stamina
Software experience with Dentrix
The ability to stand, sit, or walk for extended periods of time
The ability to wear a face mask for a long period of time

Nice To Haves

You are a true team player—adaptable, solution-oriented, and always willing to support a colleague when the day gets busy.
You have a talent for putting anxious patients at ease and translating complex dental concepts into easy-to-understand, actionable advice.
You hold yourself to high clinical standards and take pride in thorough, high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

Empower patients by customizing home-care routines, explaining the oral-systemic connection, and providing compassionate nutritional and lifestyle counseling.
Perform thorough screenings, periodontal charting, be proficient in taking digital radiographs & intraoral images, and perform prophy and periodontal services using a Cavitron.
Work hand-in-hand with our dentists and clinical team to co-diagnose, build comprehensive treatment plans, and foster a warm, welcoming environment for our patients.
Deliver pre- and post-op instructions to patients.
Maintain clinical notes, practice exceptional sterilization and infection control protocols, and keep your operatory running smoothly.